Overview
- The strategic planning board approved a change of use from agriculture to equestrian operations, including private livery, an outdoor arena and equine-assisted learning.
- The decision passed with seven votes in favour and one abstention, with officers recommending signage to address speeding near the site.
- Twenty-four residents and countryside group CPRE objected, citing green belt protections along with traffic and amenity concerns.
- Jason Manford attended the meeting to support the application and criticised opponents as 'entitled' while arguing the facility helps children from deprived backgrounds.
- A separate application to site a static caravan at Higher Farm was also approved subject to conditions.